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Emergency crews said drivers need to take caution.
By Erin Barnett
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HINTON -- Rainfall could create flooding conditions, but that was not the only concern for emergency crews Friday, March 12, as they spent the day preparing.
"Whenever it rains, there are always rock slides," said Bill Lilly, highway administrator for the Summers County Division of Highways.
Lilly said the most common site for rock slides is Route 20.
"We try to monitor the area often, especially when it is raining," said Lilly. "We keep a loader stationed below the Bluestone Dam just in case we have to move rocks and debris out of the road."
Lilly said drivers need to take extra caution.
"Slow down. Anytime it is raining, slow down. You never know what is ahead of you," said Lilly. "Small or big it doesn't matter. Even the smaller rocks can break your windshield at impact."
Lilly also encourages the public to report any rock slides to 911.
"If they can call, then we can get out there and clean it off," said Lilly. |
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